The latest news on Hunter Biden's arraignment:
- Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, pleaded not guilty on charges related to his failure to file and pay income taxes.
- The appearance in Los Angeles was before U.S. District Judge Mark C. Scarsi, who was appointed by then-President Donald Trump.
- Hunter Biden has already pleaded not guilty to gun charges in Delaware federal court.
- Last year, a plea deal between Hunter Biden and federal prosecutors fell apart. The deal would have resolved the tax charges, required no jail time and deferred the gun charges.
Hunter Biden appeared relaxed through hearing
The judge seemed focused on a speedy trial and noted that Biden has complied with his conditions of release in Delaware. He said, “The court appreciates that and notes it for the record.”
Biden appeared relatively relaxed throughout the hearing, agreeing to all conditions of his release without apparent hesitation.
The hearing lasted about 30 minutes.
The hearing is over
The hearing has concluded. Hunter Biden was processed before the hearing began.
Judge asks Hunter Biden if he understands risk of arrest
The judge asked, “A warrant for your arrest can be issued if you don’t comply with conditions. Do you understand?”
Hunter Biden replied, “I do, your honor.”
Color from the courthouse: Hunter Biden sat with lawyers
Hunter Biden entered with his lawyers and sat at the defense table on the right side of courtroom.
The judge asked Hunter Biden: “Have you had opportunity to review the indictment?"
Hunter Biden replied, “Yes.”
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty
Hunter Biden has entered a plea of not guilty. Attorney Lowell entered the plea on his behalf.
Hunter Biden could face years in prison if convicted.
Members of the public being allowed into courtroom
There are a few members of the public being let into the courtroom.
Press has begun to file into courtroom
Reporters have begun to enter the hearing.
What are the charges Biden will respond to today?
There are four separate tax-related charges that Hunter Biden will be asked to answer to today.
He's been charged with four counts of failure to pay; two counts of failure to file; two counts of filing a false return; and a count of tax evasion.